Josea comes from the verb josear, which is a colloquial term in some Spanish-speaking regions, particularly in the Caribbean and urban contexts, meaning "to hustle" or "to work hard to make money, often through informal or illicit means."
In the song, Akapellah uses josea to paint a vivid picture of life in the barrio, where people are constantly hustling to survive and make ends meet, often outside of traditional employment. It highlights the resourcefulness and struggle present in the community.
Akapellah and Pirlo's "Mundo De Lo Ajeno" is a really blunt look at life in the barrio, especially in the Caribbean. It kicks off by saying that "Ya no hay código de calle, la lealtad se está extinguiendo" [There's no street code anymore, loyalty is dying out], which sets the tone for a world where people will lie to you even after swearing on God. The song talks about how young kids aren't interested in toys like Barbie or Nintendo because they're already getting into trouble by age twelve.
It's a stark picture of how poverty and a lack of opportunity push people into a life of crime. The lyrics mention how some prefer an easy score over hard work, all for the latest motorcycle or to impress others. Akapellah also touches on the cycle of young mothers and absent fathers, with kids growing up surrounded by criminals, learning "grosería' y no geometría ni el abecedario" [swear words and not geometry or the alphabet]. Despite trying to do things right, some kids are stuck with old, worn-out shoes while others flaunt expensive sneakers, making even the good ones question God. But it's not all doom and gloom; the song acknowledges those who live for their dreams and families, even as politicians get rich and the community struggles. Ultimately, it warns that in the "mundo de lo ajeno" [world of what belongs to others], there are no real friends, and things will eventually catch up to you.